Description
Easy Homemade Zuppa Toscana is a comforting one-pot soup made with Italian sausage, tender potatoes, hearty kale, and a creamy broth. Inspired by the restaurant favorite, it’s rich, flavorful, and simple to make at home.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1.5 lbs potatoes (Yukon gold or russet), thinly sliced or cubed
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 2 cups kale, chopped (or substitute spinach)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Optional: Grated Parmesan for topping
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook the sausage until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté the chopped onion until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add sliced potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15–20 minutes.
- Return the cooked sausage to the pot. Stir in chopped kale and let it wilt, about 2–3 minutes.
- Lower the heat and stir in the cream. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Simmer for another 5 minutes. Serve hot with grated Parmesan on top if desired.
Notes
- Use turkey or chicken sausage for a lighter version.
- Swap cream for coconut milk or plant-based alternatives for dairy-free option.
- For thicker soup, mash some potatoes before adding cream.
- Spinach can be used in place of kale for a milder taste.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat gently without boiling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 970mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
